Russian police officers join UNFICYP's ranks

8 Mar 2016

Russian police officers join UNFICYP's ranks

On 8 March 2016, the Russian flag was raised at UNFICYP HQ as the first ever Russian deployment commenced their duties with the Mission. The deployment includes three female police officers who will join UNFICYP's police component. UNFICYP warmly welcomes Russia as the 21st country currently contributing troops to the mission in Cyprus.